Ponnur
About Ponnur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Ponnur village is 631545. Ponnur village is located in Vandavasi taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Vandavasi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Ponnur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Ponnur village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 982.67 hectares. Ponnur has a total population of 4,518 peoples, out of which male population is 2,281 while female population is 2,237. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 980 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of ponnur village is 65.83% out of which 75.10% males and 56.37% females are literate. There are about 1,139 houses in ponnur village. Pincode of ponnur village locality is 604408.
When it comes to administration, Ponnur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Ponnur village comes under Vandavasi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Arani Lok Sabha constituency. Vandavasi is nearest town to ponnur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Ponnur
The population details of Ponnur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,518 | 2,281 | 2,237 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 388 | 198 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,481 | 739 | 742 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 63 | 25 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 2,974 | 1,713 | 1,261 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,544 | 568 | 976 |
Connectivity of Ponnur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 35 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ponnur
Where is Ponnur located?
Ponnur village is situated in Vandavasi Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ponnur?
Ponnur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Ponnur?
The pincode of Ponnur is 604408, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ponnur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ponnur is 4,518, with 2,281 males and 2,237 females.
How many households are there in Ponnur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ponnur village has a total of 1,139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ponnur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ponnur is 65.83%. The male literacy rate is 75.10%, while the female literacy rate is 56.37%.